Objectives & Sequence: This lesson is intended to be used as a preview of Grammar 11-2.
Part One: Warm Up
Discuss the following questions with a partner or group:
- What is a 3D printer? Have you ever heard of one?
- Would you like to own a 3D printer? What would you print?
- How much do you think is a reasonable price to pay for a 3D printer?
- Can 3D printers make things out of materials other than plastic?
- Are there any potential dangers associated with 3D printing?
- How can we prevent people from abusing 3D printing technology?
- Do you think one day people will be living in 3D printed houses? Why or why not?
- Could 3D printers help reduce or even end global poverty? How so?
- In what ways would 3D printing impact global business?
- Could 3D printers help save lives? How ?
Part Two: Reading
Exercise
Open the exercise to begin the activity. Follow the instructions in the document.
Bonus
Have a 3D printer? You can check out Ford's 3D models here.